Today, 11th November, is Armistice Day, when we remember those who gave their lives in the two World Wars and more recent conflicts. Our school community will pause to mark a one-minute silence at 11.00am.

Please remember Primary 1/2’s cake sale this morning, in aid of Mary’s Meals. Many thanks to Mrs Carlin and the Faith in Action group for organising today’s event.

You may have noticed scaffolding around part of the building yesterday. This is in place to allow contractors to fit solar panels to the roof today. This is great news for the Eco Committee and will greatly reduce the school’s energy consumption (as well as our electricity bills!).

Finally, the BIG announcement about the BIG surprise which I know all St Bart’s pupils have been patiently waiting for: I’m delighted to announce that Zoo Lab will be in St Bartholomew’s on Friday to work with all 202 Primary 1-7 pupils. The children will have the opportunity to see and handle (optional!) some exotic animals as well as take part in a workshop. Primary 1-3 will be learning about autumn while P4-7 pupils will be finding out how they can be more Eco-friendly. It’s another well-deserved treat for our phenomenal pupils! Keep an eye on Twitter for photographs of our special day.